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Keara O.


Romeoville, IL

$15/hr1 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Part-Time Caregiver

I have experience working with many populations with special needs. I have spent a summer as a Program Coordinator at Northern Will County Special Recreation Association where I planned activities, games, field trips, etc. for teens and adults with disabilities (ages 12-24). I also worked there as a Program Assistant last winter...

Jordan F.


Lisle, IL

$27-50/hr3 yrs exp

I'm a school social worker with a passion for nurturing and supporting children's growth and development. With three years of experience caring for children of various ages, I have the expertise to create a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for your child. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creativity and...
Jordan can also help with: Light cleaning

Isabel M.


Darien, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've had a lot of experience with young kids, last summer I was a nanny for two boys. I have been babysitting for almost 5 years now and have had experience with babysitting special needs kids. I've watched up to 4 kids at a time. I enjoy keeping the kids active and try to keep them away from electronics. I know a lot of good...
Isabel can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Emily B.


Downers Grove, IL

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Career Nanny Of Nearly 20 Years

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a career nanny who genuinely loves working inside the home. I love working with kids, developing a routine, and how each day can bring new sweet moments. I love being outdoors and staying active. I'm also a huge champion of reading at all ages! I have lots of experience working with kids with special needs too.
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I have been working for Clare Woods Academy for the past 13 years. I have extensive experience with special needs children, I. e. autism, Down's syndrome, learning disability, behavioral and O. D. D. Issues. I am also an RBT Therapist. Prior to the aforementioned I was a Readu Ing Intervention Aide,
Pamela can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Salutations, My name is Brandon, and it is a pleasure to E-meet you. I have been working with children for over 5 years now. I was a Pre-K/Lead School Age Teacher. I've always enjoyed working with children. Prior to this job, I was a teacher aide at a therapeutic day school for individuals with high functioning autism. I myself...

Megan K.


Lisle, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Megan! I'm a 33yo mother of 2, I have 2 dogs, and I love to travel. My healthcare experience began in 2013, working as a CNA for individuals with cerebral palsy and other profound disabilities. In 2015 I transferred to a therapeutic day school, working as a paraprofessional with children on the autism spectrum. In 2018...

Jamie R.


Naperville, IL

$20-29/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked in licensed childcare facilities for about 7 years as a lead teacher, assistant director and director. In these facilities I cared for children 6 weeks to 12 years of age. I have also been a nanny for many families as well as have extensive babysitting experience. I am comfortable with caring for multiple children,...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

Deborah Y.


Naperville, IL

$20-30/hr9 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available

I would love to help out with your loved ones, as a part time care giver. I have worked with St. Vincent New Hope for over four years as a skills trainer, and care giver for children and adults with special needs. I have also helped baby sit my 4 years old nephew four or more days a week and every weekend from the day he was...
Hello! I am a 22-year-old college student, home for the summer looking for a job. I have many years of babysitting since I was in high school, and I was a camp counselor for two summers at a two-week overnight girl's camp. I was also involved throughout high school, which are two excellent programs that provide assistance and...
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Yelitza F.


Westmont, IL

$14-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

Experience as a daycare teacher. Associate degree in special education . Early education courses and all those necessary to obtain a CDA . Verifiable personal references Native language Spanish, intermediate level of English Experience for more than 20 years in my home country, working with people with special needs

Valerie S.


Lisle, IL

$25-40/hr

Caregiver With Heart And Empathy.

Hello, I'm Val. I feel I was born a caregiver. I took care of my special needs loved ones in every way I could. I organized and took care of a 5 member household. I believe in order to be a great caregiver, a great therapist or a great doctor one needs to really care about other people, have empathy, compassion, respect and...
Hello! I am a nursing student with a social work background passionate about helping families. I have worked primarily with the special needs population and am comfortable caring for children of all ages. I have an 18-month-old nephew who I have helped care for since he was born. My dream is to become a pediatric home for health...
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

Carla C.


Aurora, IL

$28/hr10 yrs exp

I am a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a passion for supporting children's growth and development. With a decade of experience caring for children of various ages, I am dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your child to thrive. My patient, calm, and creative personality...
Carla can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CNA

Rebecca H.


Willowbrook, IL

$15-25/hr

Caring, Structured And Fun!

I've been a teacher in my own classroom for four years... and it's time for a change! I love what I do, but I also know that there are so many other ways I can make a difference in the world. Working with people with special needs is to serve one of the most vulnerable people in our world. I want to be a part of their care and...

Taylor D.


Aurora, IL

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher And Prospective Speech-Language Pathologist

My name is Taylor and I am a certified Special Education Teacher previously employed by Chicago Public Schools. I am currently working towards a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology. I specialize in accommodated/modified learning, working with students with disabilities, and teaching math and English/literature. I will...

Amanda J.


Romeoville, IL

$16-21/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

I have 15 years experience working with youth. Currently a graduate student for Psychology to become licensed youth counselor and family counselor. Actively work with care taking for an autistic 5-year-old once a week for the past year. Looking to fill up my schedule!

Kasie C.


Aurora, IL

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Kasie, I am a graduate student looking to work with families for pet or child care. I have experience with classroom instruction (middle school - college level). I also have experience working with children with special needs (~3 years). I have a bachelor's degree in biology and am pursuing my masters in...
Kasie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Experience with 1-3yrs. Experience with special needs. Lots of crafts, cooking, and baking. Knowledgeable with early development.
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Nijole B.


Downers Grove, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Available

I was a math teacher for 20 years in my home country of Lithuania. I also have two children of my own, who have given me a lifetime of experience. One of my jobs was to care for an 18-year-old girl with epilepsy, so I'm comfortable with working with disabled and special-needs children. I also used to work part-time for a family...
Nijole can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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